The wood duck is a colorful waterfowl native to North America. It is known for its striking plumage, with males displaying iridescent green and purple feathers, along with distinctive white markings on their face. Females are more subdued in color, featuring a grayish-brown body with a white eye-ring. Wood ducks prefer wooded swamps, marshes, and ponds, often nesting in tree cavities. They are unique among ducks for their ability to perch in trees. Their diet mainly consists of seeds, fruits, and insects, making them an important part of their ecosystem.